Job Description

As a Student Veterinary Nurse you will support the vets and nurses with procedures and clinical care ensuring we deliver exceptional care always there to our clients, patients and colleagues whilst maintaining the highest levels of regulatory and operational standards and compliance.

Are you a 2nd or 3rd Year Student Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step in your training? Grow Your Nursing Career With Us 🐾

At Hendon 24hr, you won’t just be “another SVN” — you’ll be part of a large, supportive 24-hour hospital team that’s passionate about developing confident, capable RVNs of the future.

If you’re enthusiastic, motivated, and excited by interesting and advanced cases, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Student Veterinary Nurse in our busy hospital, you’ll gain hands-on experience across medicine, surgery, and emergency care, all within a well-equipped clinical environment.

Our facilities include:

• Endoscopy & arthroscopy

• X-ray & ultrasound

• MRI and CT imaging

• Multi-parameter monitors

• In-house laboratory & blood machines

• Dedicated oxygen kennels
  

You’ll be supported by experienced RVNs, clinical coaches and vets who are committed to helping you succeed in your training and build confidence in your practical and clinical decision-making skills.

This role is ideal for a 2nd or 3rd year SVN looking for exposure to advanced cases in a structured, supportive learning environment.

Rota & Salary

• 1 weekend in every 3 weeks (with time back in lieu)

• Salary: £25,494.48 per annum + 6%

• Full support towards your training and development

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting inpatient care and patient monitoring

• Assisting in surgeries and procedures

• Supporting nurse-led appointments

• Completing your studies with the support of an experienced clinical coach

• Working collaboratively within a large hospital team

You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, take initiative as your skills grow, and fully engage with your training and Nursing Progress Log.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a motivated 2nd or 3rd Year Student Veterinary Nurse who:

• Is enrolled with an approved veterinary nursing college

• Is passionate about patient care and clinical excellence

• Works well within a team

• Is organised and committed to their studies

📌 Your Application Must Include:

• The college you attend

• Your current year of study

• Confirmation of exam completion (where applicable)

• Your college attendance percentage

• Your NPL (Nursing Progress Log) percentage

• Whether you have entered Gateway

Applications without this information cannot be considered.

Your Career Means More Than a Placement

We believe in supporting our nurses from student to qualified and beyond.

🌿 Health & Wellbeing

• Health Cash Plan from day one

• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support

• Life Assurance (3x salary)

🌴 Annual Leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising with service)

• An extra paid “Day for You”

📚 Learning & Development

• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD

• Clear progression pathways once qualified

• Ongoing support from experienced clinical coaches

💼 Additional Support

• RCVS & VDS fees paid once qualified

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Season Ticket loans

• Staff discounts on products and services

If you're ready to grow your skills in a hospital that truly supports your development, we’d love to receive your application.